Mail Carrier - Rural Assistant in Ontario

USPS; Apple Valley (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

USPS is hiring for Assistant Rural Carriers nationwide. You will deliver and collect packages on designated routes, often using your personal vehicle. The role emphasizes weekend and holiday work, outdoors, and providing reliable delivery service.

Starting pay ranges hourly with overtime potential and benefits. Vacancies are nationwide with full federal benefits, offering PTO, health coverage, retirement plans, and life insurance options.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience is valued.
• Attention to detail for handling mail and packages.
• Comfort with clerical tasks and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Customer Assistance: Address mail-related questions and service issues from customers
• Mail Handling: Sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail accurately and efficiently
• Clerical Work: Perform administrative support tasks to aid daily USPS operations
• Service Support: Assist with services such as mail forwarding, package holds, and change-of-address requests

Skills

Customer assistance

Mail handling

Clerical work

Service mindset

Job description

Role Overview

USPS is accepting applications for Assistant Rural Carriers nationwide. In this role, you deliver and collect packages along designated suburban and rural routes, often using your personal vehicle. The position primarily involves working on weekends and holidays, with the potential for up to seven days of parcel delivery service. It is an excellent opportunity for those who enjoy working outdoors and providing reliable delivery service.

Position Details

Vacancies

Nationwide

Starting Pay Rate

$23.47 – $38.62 per hour

Average Annual Compensation

Up to $72,400 (includes full federal benefits)

Perks and Benefits

• Paid Time Off: Vacation days, sick leave, and federal holidays
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Retirement Plan: Secure your future with USPS’s pension and retirement options
• Life Insurance Options: Multiple plans to provide peace of mind for you and your family

Key Responsibilities

• Customer Assistance: Address mail-related questions and service issues from customers
• Mail Handling: Sort, label, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail accurately and efficiently
• Clerical Work: Perform administrative support tasks to aid daily USPS operations
• Service Support: Assist with services such as mail forwarding, package holds, and change-of-address requests